I moved into a new condo rental in Jomtien a few days ago. There's a washing machine on the balcony. I threw in a few dirty towels and ran a wash. When I checked later the washing machine had moved away from its original position.

 

Is there a way to secure a washing machine on a balcony so it doesn't move? And is there a competent mechanic in Pattaya/Jomtien who does this sort of work?

 

 

 

 

 

I'd bung it on a thick rubber mat.

Also, check the transport bolts have been removed from the back of the drum.

10 minutes ago, daveAustin said:

I'd bung it on a thick rubber mat.

Also, check the transport bolts have been removed from the back of the drum.

Thick rubber mat I understand. What are transport bolts, and how would they cause the machine to move?

 

Where would I get a thick rubber mat, cut to order?

First make sure the leveling feet on the bottom of the washing machine are adjusted so that the washing machine does not rock back and forth when not in operation. If washing machine is brand new, there's a good chance that this has never been done. When the washing machine legs aren't all resting evenly on the floor, the centrifugal movement of the washing machine drum will cause the machine to hop. Also try to make sure the load of laundry is evenly distributed in the washer when you load it.

9 minutes ago, eboy said:

Thick rubber mat I understand. What are transport bolts, and how would they cause the machine to move?

 

Where would I get a thick rubber mat, cut to order?

Transport bolts fix the drum to the casing for transit, removing the bolts allow the drum to have free movement on its suspension legs or springs.

We have a Beko and it dances out of place due to it being a cheap machine & only has suspension springs

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Lock the balcony door tonight or it will fall on you while you're asleep

Usually have to remove the top (a simple job) to get to the transporter bolts. 

 

Difficult to spread the load on a front loader. Normally sorts itself out. 

Usually a bad sign if it's moving, but you can get a base on Lazada to stop it moving, then ask your condo office maintenance guys to fit it

How many dirty towels?

It could be your exceeded the weight limit of the machine and the washing load wasn't balanced correctly.

 

Alternatively you could pay someone to sit on it. Apparently some girls quite enjoy the experience....

 

https://www.lazada.co.th/products/4-i4077184546-s15909035149.html

 

1 hour ago, NanLaew said:

https://www.lazada.co.th/products/4-i4077184546-s15909035149.html

 

At 6 baht, plus delivery, these things are worth a try. I just ordered them.

 

Making sure the feet are level is also good advice.

 

Yes, it's a front loader. I'm not sure to what extent I can balance the load.

washing machines are major users of elec and water get something more recent to save money

3 hours ago, eboy said:

Is there a way to secure a washing machine on a balcony so it doesn't move?

Rubber/silicone door stops wedged under it will sort it.  Can't help you with a mechanic recommendation to install them, though.

New springs required by your description, not a major repair so long as you can find replacement parts.

To level it push the corner to other diagonal corner..front left pushed towards back right...like 7pm to 1pm position

or 4pm to 11pm position on a clock from above as you dial the screws up or down at the front.

 

But yes, that thick rubber foot device will also stop it walking probably.

3 hours ago, sometime said:

Transport bolts fix the drum to the casing for transit, removing the bolts allow the drum to have free movement on its suspension legs or springs.

We have a Beko and it dances out of place due to it being a cheap machine & only has suspension springs

If the transport bolts have not been removed, the machine wouldn't work, but theres a good chance the motor would burn out trying to spin a drum which is bolted to the chassis of the machine!  

Any competent mechanic here will run away in fear when they realize you have a spirit on your balcony.

13 hours ago, eboy said:

Where would I get a thick rubber mat, cut to order?

Shower mats available from Homepro would probably do the job. (Same as can be found covering sewage vents all over town).Also check the leveling feet all hit the ground and the machine is fairly level, Towels tend to be unbalanced more so than smaller items being large and heavy when wet.... most good machines will stop an unbalanced spin and slowly rotate the drum to try and get a better balance. 

Welcome to a world of entertainment on your balcony. 

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14 hours ago, eboy said:

There's a washing machine on the balcony.

I imagine the balcony is solid concrete...??? Level feet as suggested above and make sure the lock nuts are tightened also...............  

Have seen autos on springy wooden floors walk out the door.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKpGtZYfqpM

Does it have any visible model or serial numbers?

Asking for a lottery playing friend.

22 hours ago, NanLaew said:

https://www.lazada.co.th/products/4-i4077184546-s15909035149.html

 

Every Mr. DIY Shop has it too. 49 or 59,- THB for a pack of 4.

Treat her nice and she'll not leave you.

The little rubber feet underneath have to be turned firmly !!! Also, wet towels are very heavy, so don’t over load. Look how many kilos it takes on the instructions. An old washing machine will move, but the OPs looks new. 

Run Forrest run. The house is haunted. Ask why the previous tenants moved out. Let’s hope the ghost means no harm to you. 

On 5/30/2023 at 5:43 PM, Gecko123 said:

First make sure the leveling feet on the bottom of the washing machine are adjusted so that the washing machine does not rock back and forth when not in operation. If washing machine is brand new, there's a good chance that this has never been done. When the washing machine legs aren't all resting evenly on the floor, the centrifugal movement of the washing machine drum will cause the machine to hop. Also try to make sure the load of laundry is evenly distributed in the washer when you load it.

'Also try to make sure the load of laundry is evenly distributed in the washer when you load it.'... Would only apply if the washer drum was divided into 3 separate pockets.  

5 hours ago, Surasak said:

'Also try to make sure the load of laundry is evenly distributed in the washer when you load it.'... Would only apply if the washer drum was divided into 3 separate pockets.  

It all falls to the bottom anyhow with a front loader.... which is what we talk of here!

21 hours ago, jacko45k said:

It all falls to the bottom anyhow with a front loader.... which is what we talk of here!

The Quote was to evenly distribute the load, which is not possible with a domestic front or top loader. Unless one refers to a commercial 200/400lb front loader. Which would then be divided into either two or three pockets. Each pocket would then be loaded with a weighed amount of linen.

And I might add, with a commercial washer the load does NOT all fall to the bottom after the 8 minute spin cycle.